Britain Ditches Spain: UK Tourists Shift to New Horizons in 2025
UK tourists are turning away from Spain (–9%) amid protests and costs, opting for long-haul escapes like the US, Greece, Italy, and exotic destinations.
UK tourists are turning away from Spain (–9%) amid protests and costs, opting for long-haul escapes like the US, Greece, Italy, and exotic destinations.
Star of the Seas docks in Ponce, Puerto Rico for final checks before its maiden voyage. Royal Caribbean’s LNG ship sets a new benchmark in luxury and sustainability.
Mallorca enforces strict rules on tourist behavior in party hotspots like Magaluf and Santa Ponsa, with fines up to €500 for drinking, nudity, and more.
Ryanair flights across Spain face disruption from Aug 15–17 due to Azul Handling strike. Know the affected airports, travel tips, and compensation rights.
UK travelers to Spain, Italy & Norway must prepare for new Schengen rules from Oct 2025. Biometrics, passport checks & EES system will apply at EU borders.
Greece sets air travel record with 5.3M airline seats in August 2025, driven by UK, US, Italy, and Israel. Key hubs Athens & Thessaloniki lead Mediterranean growth.
Agoda’s SG60 campaign celebrates Singapore’s 60th year with travel deals, attracting tourists from Asia and Europe while boosting inbound and outbound tourism.
India joins global aviation giants in 2024 with 211M passengers. Record air travel, premium cabin rebound & Asia-Pacific dominance reshape the skies.
Discover Amangati, Aman at Sea’s new luxury yacht launching in 2027. Explore private Mediterranean charters blending world-class service, design, and eco-conscious cruising.
Avoid hidden travel fees abroad by learning when and why cash is still essential. Discover expert tips to prevent costly mistakes while using cards overseas.
UK travelers heading to Europe in 2026 will face biometric checks, passport stamps, and a €20 ETIAS fee under new EU entry rules. Here’s everything you need to know.
Europe introduces a digital Schengen visa with 2D barcode technology, simplifying travel for Indian tourists with faster processing and smoother border entry.
Spain’s tourism hits new heights in early 2025 with 44.5M visitors and €60B in spending, led by UK, Germany, and France.
Spain’s 2026 airport fee hike sparks outrage in the Canary and Balearic Islands, raising concerns over travel costs for UK tourists and island residents.
Mallorca warns tourists against illegal beach alcohol sales due to serious health risks. Authorities crack down on unlicensed vendors to protect public safety.
Starting October 12, UK travelers visiting France, Italy, Spain, and other Schengen countries must submit biometric data under new EU border security rules.
East Midlands Airport upgrades £120M facilities to handle record summer demand, with Palma, Alicante, and Malaga among top Spanish destinations for UK travelers.
Explore why India, New Zealand, Japan, France, Italy, and Spain top global tourism rankings for 2025. Discover charm, infrastructure growth, and trends.
EU airports ease 100ml liquid rule using 3D CT scanners. Travel becomes safer, faster, but rollout remains uneven across Germany, Italy, and more.
The Canary Islands have issued wildfire alerts across Tenerife, Gran Canaria, La Palma, and more. Tourists must follow strict fire safety rules to avoid danger.
New EU rail travel reforms promise simpler ticketing, better passenger rights, and sustainable tourism growth across Europe’s cross-border rail network.
Cyprus hotel strikes threaten peak tourism season as 10,000 workers protest wage violations. Unrest mirrors hospitality labor crises in Spain, France, and Italy.
Wizz Air resumes Tel Aviv flights and adds new routes from London Luton to Spain and Europe, boosting UK-Israel travel and supporting Israel’s tourism recovery.
Mallorca tourism hit by a sharp fall in British arrivals. Explore the causes, impacts, and how Spain’s Balearic Island is adapting to shifting travel trends.
Brihuega’s lavender fields attract 100,000+ visitors yearly. Learn how the Spanish town is handling tourism, overcrowding, and sustainable travel initiatives.
Brihuega’s lavender fields attract over 100,000 tourists in July. Officials urge weekday visits and sustainable tourism to ease pressure on this Spanish gem.
Wizz Air cancels UK–Budapest flights from Liverpool & Glasgow but adds new budget-friendly routes to Spain, Romania & Poland in 2025–2026. Explore what’s new.
Agoda celebrates Singapore’s 60th independence anniversary with the SG60 Campaign, offering up to 20% off travel bookings from August 1–15, 2025, to boost tourism.
Golden Visa programs in Greece, Portugal, and Malta dominate global demand as UK and US initiatives struggle to compete. Discover why Europe leads in residency by investment.
Discover 2025’s top-rated global tourist attractions, including Sagrada Familia, Angkor Wat, Eiffel Tower, and more. A guide to unforgettable travel experiences.
Spain is setting the global standard for sustainable tourism in 2025, with rising demand from U.S., U.K., China, and others for eco-friendly, culturally rich travel.
Enhance your European cruise by learning basic local phrases, tasting authentic cuisine, and venturing beyond ports for a culturally rich travel experience.
New UK passport rules affect travel to EU nations. Learn about Schengen entry requirements, valid passport dates, and tips to avoid border issues.
UKHSA warns travelers as measles outbreaks rise across Europe. Ensure kids are fully vaccinated with MMR before summer holidays to avoid serious health risks.
Italy airport workers will strike on July 26, causing major delays and cancellations. Learn which airports are affected and how travelers can plan ahead and seek compensation.
Global tourism declines in Q2 2025 as economic instability and safety issues hit major destinations like Thailand, Spain, Japan, and Brazil.
Vueling Airlines denies antisemitism after removing 50 Jewish teens from a Valencia-Paris flight. Safety claims clash with community concerns of discrimination.
Volotea strikes and Italian airport walkouts at Milan, Naples, and Venice risk mass summer travel chaos. Learn how to manage delays, cancellations, and claim compensation.
Tourism backlash in Spain’s Basque Country grows as locals protest housing pressures, gentrification, and call for sustainable, community-first policies.
Starting late 2026, travelers from the U.S., UK, Canada, India & more will pay €20 for ETIAS to enter Europe. Learn what’s changing and how to plan ahead.
In 2025, global travel is facing a new kind of shift — not driven by flight availability or visa rules, but by a surge in tourist taxes that is reshaping affordability for travelers. Countries traditionally considered budget-friendly — including the United Kingdom, Canada, Japan, Mexico, Italy, France, Spain, Germany, and Greece — are now layering […]
Set to debut in December 2026, MSC World Asia blends Asian design with Mediterranean charm, world-class entertainment, and sustainable cruising innovation.
Barcelona will reduce cruise ship docks to fight overtourism, improve air quality, and promote sustainable tourism practices at Europe’s busiest cruise port.
UK tourists warned of Palma Airport strikes this summer. Expect flight delays, cancellations, and travel chaos amid growing unrest over tourism work conditions.
France, Germany, Italy, and more adopt EU’s new biometric Entry/Exit System by fall 2025—replacing passport stamps with fingerprint and facial scans.
From October 2025, UK travelers must pay a £17 ETIAS fee and provide biometric data to enter Europe as the EU introduces new security systems and travel rules.
The new Schengen visa cascade system simplifies multi-country travel in Europe. Easier access, fewer hurdles, and broader mobility boost tourism and business.
Canada expands its travel advisory to include the Bahamas, citing rising crime. Other flagged nations include France, Brazil, China, Spain, and the UAE.
UK travellers must pay £17 and submit biometric data for EU visits from October 2025, as the new ETIAS and EES systems roll out across Europe.
Egypt’s tourism soars in 2025 with a 26% surge, driven by strategic investments, global partnerships, and innovation, placing it among top global destinations.